News Centre archive
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Western grad set for Oxford and a “magic” career in chemistry
Western extends its congratulations and well-wishes to Sandy Craze – an inspirational alumnus, who is about to embark on a PhD at Oxford University.

The Gut Doctor: Bringing all of our icky issues out of the bathroom and into the limelight
A Western Sydney University academic and gastroenterologist is becoming widely renowned as one of the nation’s leading experts in gut health.

Statistical analysis weighs the risks in the fight against COVID-19
Western Sydney University researchers have used advanced statistical analysis to better understand how countries are impacted by COVID-19.

Opinion: The Olympics strive for political neutrality. So, how will they deal with surging athlete activism?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has long tried to insulate itself from politics in society, but wider issues have always been a part of sport - including the Olympics.

Study finds turtles could play critical role in “Fish Kill” clean-ups and European carp cull
A Western Sydney University ecologist has completed a study of the aquatic scavengers in the Murray-Darling Basin, and has uncovered the critical role of turtles in freshwater ecosystems.

Virtual student placements offer recreation and support for the elderly
Western Sydney University is working in partnership with UNITING NSW.ACT, to offer virtual recreation therapy programs for some of our community’s most vulnerable people.
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